Eposis Injection side effects

How to use Eposis Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Eposis Injection works

Eposis 5000 IU Injection is an erythropoiesis-stimulating agent (ESA). It works by stimulating the bone marrow (soft tissue inside the bones which produces red blood cells) to produce more red blood cells.

Eposis Injection related warnings

Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Eposis 5000 IU Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Eposis 5000 IU Injection is probably safe to use during lactation.
Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Eposis 5000 IU Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE

Eposis 5000 IU Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Eposis 5000 IU Injection is recommended.Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while the patient is taking this medicine.

Liver

CAUTION

Eposis 5000 IU Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Eposis 5000 IU Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you miss a dose of Eposis Injection?

If you miss a dose of Eposis 5000 IU Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Alternate Brands

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

Eposis 5000 IU Injection helps in the treatment of anemia that may have occurred due to chronic kidney disease or chemotherapy.

It is given as a single injection under your skin.

Your doctor may get your blood tests done regularly to monitor the levels of salts (electrolytes such as potassium), haemoglobin, and blood cells in your blood.

Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, problems with your eyesight, nausea, vomiting or fits (seizures).

FAQs

Q. How should Eposis be stored?

In the hospital, pre-filled syringes are stored unopened in a refrigerator between 2 and 8 degrees centigrade. If you are using at home, it is important that the pre-filled syringe is stored in your refrigerator although not in the freezer compartment. It should not be frozen. Allow the pre-filled syringe to reach room temperature prior to using it. This usually takes between 15 and 30 minutes. Eposis pre-filled syringes that are being used or about to be used can be kept at room temperature (not above 25°C) for a maximum single period of 7 days. Pre filled syringes should be protected from light.

Q. What to do if you use too much Eposis?

Tell the doctor or nurse immediately if you think too much Eposis has been injected.

Q. When should Eposis not be used?

Eposis should not be used:- 1) after the expiry date on the label, 2) if the seal is broken, 3) if the liquid is colored or you can see particles floating in it, 4) if you know, or think that it may have been accidentally frozen & 5) if there has been a refrigerator failure.